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Dog Breeds : Pets & Animal

Great Dane - A Guide to the Breed

The Great Dane breed is thought to be around 400 years old but dogs resembling the Great Dane were depicted in drawings in Egyptian tombs dating back to 2200BC. These were Mastiff type dogs and shorter of leg than the modern day Great Danes.

Dog Collars, What Type Is Best for My (Problem) Dog?

Dog collars, so many to choose from! Wikipedia writes: A dog collar is a piece of material put around the neck of a dog. A collar may be used for control, identification, fashion, or other purposes. An excellent definition! But since there are so many different types, which one should you buy? What

Puggle - The Historical Puzzle

Puggle stands as a wonderful example of today's trend in creating dog hybrids. Dog hybrid is often known as crossbreds. These are usually designer dogs born from parents of two different breeds. This planned mixing of different breeds are intended to obtain certain characteristics in the new pu

How to Help a Dog Afraid of Storms

If you have a dog that's afraid of storms or other loud noises, you might be dealing with it exactly the wrong way. I know I was. My little dog has learned to cope a lot better now since I learned how to help him deal with that scary thunder.

Creating An Attractive Pet Friendly Backyard

Is it actually possible to own a dog and still have a well manicured, aesthetically pleasing back yard or should you be resigned to a garden full of holes and half trampled plants? The fact is with a little thought, planning and help from a good landscaping professional, a dog friendly landscape is

Careers for Dog Groomers

Dog groomers are animal workers who bathe, cut and style the coats of dogs. They are found in many different areas of the animal service industry, working behind the scenes at dog shows and competitions, as well as in salons, retail stores and animal rescues. Some groomers work specifically on dogs,

Some Information About Clicker Training Dogs

Most likely, if you love dogs, you know the joy of getting a new puppy and being in love again with another 4 legged fur baby. They are so cute and all you want to do is hold them, and give them lots of love and attention.

English Bulldog House Training

House training your English bulldog is one of the first things you should do when you bring him home. Discover just how to do that here.

How to Crate Train a Pit Bull

Crate training your pit bull has several benefits. Pit bulls love to be in the middle of the action and when left alone, they tend to get into mischief. A crate can save your furniture and other possessions from destructive chewing. Pit bulls are a misunderstood breed, so it is a good idea to send y

Pit Bull Hair Loss & Sores

Pit bull terriers tend to develop allergies more easily than many other breeds, including allergies to food, environmental sensitivities and parasites, such as fleas. Allergies can affect the appearance of the pit bull's short coat, changing it from glossy to dull and often causing patches of hair l

What Dog Owners Need to Know About Worms

Like any other owner, you want your pup to be a strong happy rascal. A healthy diet and warm love are great, but there are certain diseases out there that can hurt your canine friend. Worms are notorious for causing problems for pups, especially young ones. Most of the time preventative treatment an

The Best Way to Sell Dogs

People are particular about the breed and quality of dog when choosing their new best friend. Selling dogs can be challenging but, with the right approach, you should be able to find good homes for your dogs. Networking with other breeders and dog clubs is important to find responsible, passionate d

Organic Home Made Dog Food Treats

It's no secret that home made dog food and dog treats from your kitchen are much better for your canine pal than most commercial brands. The thing that keeps a lot of people from making their own organic dog treats is a perceived lack of time. Here is a great organic dog treat recipe that takes

How to Start a Chihuahua Pet Rescue

The Chihuahua, the smallest breed of dog, is named after the state in Mexico where they originated. While these dogs are active and loving as pets, they can also be high-strung. Chihuahuas are very popular, but they are increasingly abandoned, abused or neglected. The following describes how to star

Why Do Dogs Howl and Can You Stop It?

Have you ever wondered why some dogs howl when they hear a siren? Of course, you probably guessed that the howling itself comes straight from their ancestors the wolf, but some dogs are more apt to howl than others. Understanding why your dog howls is the first step in trying to correct the howling

Effective Potty Puppy Training

Dogs are one of the animals being considered as man's best friend, thus, it is no wonder on why there are already lots of people who consider dogs as their best friend, and even their own child. There are lots of couples who already treated dogs as their baby, and thus taking them a bath and le

The Leash Training Dog Methodology - Some Tips To Getting It Right

Ok, so you've got yourself a dog, you've trained him to go potty where you want to and now you want to take him out for a stroll without having him dash into the street all willy nilly, it's time to learn the leash training dog methodology, a simple process that really works. When tak